Book Cover Wandering on the Way: Early Taoist Tales and Parables of Chuang Tzu

Wandering on the Way: Early Taoist Tales and Parables of Chuang Tzu

of Zhuangzi, Victor H. Mair (Translator)

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Acclaimed for his authoritative translation of the Tao Te Ching, Victor Mair, one of the foremast translators of ancient Chinese, reclaims for the modern reader another of the great books of Eastern wisdom. Although less well known in the West than the Tao Te Ching, the work of Chuang Tzu is every bit its equal as a classic of Taoist thought. But this collection of tales, poems, and parables is also one of the most playful and witty books in world literature. In this vivid, contemporary translation, Victor Mair captures the quintessential life and spirit of Chuang Tzu while remaining faithful to the text. ... Complete with an authoritative introduction on Chuang Tzu and his place in Chinese thought and history, as well as a glossary of key terms and concepts, this translation by Victor Mair is destined to become the definitive edition of Chuang Tzu's work in our time. Illustrated throughout with woodcuts by the illustrator of the Tao Te Ching.

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Philosophy Philosophy Taoism Religion Spirituality China Nonfiction Short Stories

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Book Details

  • Format Paperback
  • Pages 464 pages
  • Publisher University of Hawaii Press
  • Publication Date April 1st 2000
  • First Publication Not informed
  • Language English
  • ISBN 9780824820381
  • Edition Not informed
  • Category Religion & Spirituality
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